Explore Socorro County
VLA National Radio Astronomy Observatory
World's largest radio-telescope array. Self-guided tours 8:30
Magdalena, NM ObservatoriesLangmuir Laboratory
Late June to late August lightning and thunderstorm research; gate blocks last mile to laboratory (gate is often closed). Hikers, picnickers welcome year-round.
Socorro, NM RecreationSpringtime Picnic Area
In Cibola National Forest, just south of Apache Kid Wilderness near FR-255
Magdalena, NM RecreationBosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge
Migratory waterfowl, including sandhill cranes. 377
Socorro, NM Wildlife Areas